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Culinary luxury in northeastern Finland

This route is designed for anyone who wants to adventure into local experiences, arctic flavours and traditional Finnish dishes in the arctic wilderness of northeastern Lakeland and Lapland.

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Culinary luxury tour in northeastern Finland

Ironworks villages of the South Coast

This tour will take you on a journey through the different ironworks villages in the South Coast of Finland.

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Journey: Ironworks villages of the South Coast

Summer tour in arctic wilderness

Take a tour in the arctic wilderness of Lapland and experience summer like never before from nightless nights to nature activities.

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Journey: Summer tour in arctic wilderness

Island hopping in eastern Coast and Archipelago

This journey takes you island hopping from Helsinki to Kotka and explores interesting sights along the way.

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Journey: Island hopping in eastern Coast and Archipelago

Alvar Aalto destinations in Helsinki and Lakeland

Explore some of the architectural gems created by world-renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, throughout the country’s Helsinki and Lakeland regions.

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Journey: Alvar Aalto destinations in Helsinki and Lakeland

Finland’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Feel the connection between past and present and enjoy Finland's UNESCO World Heritage Sites using this sample journey.

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Journey: Finland’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Meet Santa Claus at his home in Lapland

Want to meet Santa? Find out how to visit him year-round in Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus®, in Finnish Lapland.

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Journey: See Santa Claus in Lapland

Snowy activities at Lake Saimaa

Plan the perfect activity-filled journey to wintry Lakeland in Finland. Discover frozen lakes, deep snow, and scenic Lake Saimaa.

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Journey: Snowy activities at Lake Saimaa

From amusement parks to Moomins – explore family-friendly southern Finland

There are many activities to try and places to visit for kids and adults of all ages in southern Finland.

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Journey: Family-friendly Finnish activities

Experience the beauty of nature in the Pyhä-Luosto region

With versatile hiking trails, the Pyhä-Luosto region in Finland is the perfect place to revel in the beauty of nature and get your blood pumping.

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Journey: Experience the beauty of nature in the Pyhä-Luosto region

Finnish design gems in the Helsinki region

Plan the perfect journey to Helsinki to learn about must-see Finnish design icons and explore their origins.

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Journey: Finnish design icons in the Helsinki region

Muonio – Take an adventure and enjoy some of the world’s purest air

Plan an authentic nature adventure in the Muonio region, in Finnish Lapland, with over 20 fells, 200 lakes, and 8 seasons to explore.

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Journey: Muonio – an authentic nature adventure

Explore the tastes of Turku Archipelago

On this journey, you will get to experience the beautiful Turku archipelago region and the fresh flavours of the Baltic Sea.

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Journey: Explore the tastes of Turku Archipelago

Experience the gems of the Vaasa region – from the world’s best gin to a UNESCO Heritage site

Plan the perfect journey to discover some of the gems of Finland's Vaasa region, where nature and culture go hand-in-hand.

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Journey: Gems of the Vaasa region

Bike and hike Finland's southernmost fell region

Plan the perfect biking and hiking journey in the beautiful Syöte fell area, and enjoy Finnish nature and the purest air and water this planet has to offer.

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Journey: Bike and hike Finland's southernmost fell region

Exploring the Small Archipelago Trail – Where maritime history meets charming villages

Plan the perfect journey along the Small Archipelago Trail. Walk, bike or rent a car and fall in love with the beautiful Turku archipelago.

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Journey: Small Archipelago Trail

Maritime adventures in the historic Kotka-Hamina region

Experience the coastal towns of Kotka and Hamina, with their nature-inspired attractions, cosy accommodations, and historical sights.

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Journey: Maritime adventures in the Kotka-Hamina region

Iconic lighthouses of the South Coast

Plan the perfect journey to these lighthouses on the south coast of Finland and enjoy views of the Finnish Archipelago.

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Journey: Lighthouses of the South Coast

Holiday like the Finns do in Lakeland

Eager to relax like the Finns, the world’s happiest people? Head to Lakeland, an area full of pristine forests and lakes and enchanting cottages and cities.

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Journey: Holiday like the Finns do in Lakeland

Authentic villages of Lapland

Lapland is known for its pristine, arctic nature and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The region is also the home of many unique villages and towns to explore in the summer time. This journey takes you on a tour of the most interesting villages and experiences in northern Finland.

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Journey: Authentic villages of Lapland

Saimaa Gastronomy tour

On this journey, you will get to know – and taste – the best of the Lake Saimaa region. The awarded Saimaa Gastronomy tour brings together culinary experiences by three unique travel companies in this region: Sahanlahti Resort, Teahouse of Wehmais, and Tertti Manor.

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Journey: Saimaa Gastronomy tour

Family-friendly adventures by the South coast

This journey takes you on a family-friendly adventure by the South coast of Finland. The tour begins in the capital city Helsinki and ends in the city of Turku.

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Journey: Family-friendly adventures by the South coast

Unique saunas in Lakeland – from north to south

Take a tour of some of the most unique saunas in the Lakeland area of Finland.

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Journey: Unique saunas in Lakeland – from north to south

Summer highlights in Rovaniemi

Experience exiting summer activities in the surroundings of Rovaniemi, the largest city in Lapland. Meet Santa Claus, visit reindeer and husky farms and golf under the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle.

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Journey: Summer highlights in Rovaniemi

Industrial history meets modern design in the Helsinki region

This journey around the Helsinki region takes you to the cross-section of Finnish industrial history and contemporary design.

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Journey: Industrial history meets modern design in the Helsinki region

Sauna meets design – the Finnish way

Sauna and design are a huge part of everyday life in Finland. Plan the perfect journey to experience both.

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Journey: Sauna meets design – the Finnish way

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